Senior Director, Data Science - CVP Strategy & Enablement

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

1d • $160,000 - $320,000

About The Position

As Senior Director, Data Science – CVP Strategy and Enablement, you will help enable Walmart US eCommerce speed‑based Customer Value Propositions (Next Day, Same Day, and Sub Same Day) in close partnership with Supply Chain, eCommerce, Merchandising, Marketplace, and Operations teams. This role focuses on translating strategy into execution by aligning cross‑functional partners, supporting fulfillment network design decisions, and enabling in‑year initiatives across new and existing asset types (e.g., NextGen FCs, X‑Depots). You will support executive decision‑making through clear narrative development, AI-enabled/data‑driven insights, and performance tracking—helping ensure progress toward CVP goals while balancing customer experience, cost, and operational feasibility. About the Team The Fulfillment Strategy and Optimization team partners across Walmart to help define, communicate, and enable speed‑based Customer Value Propositions across a complex, multi-tier fulfillment network. The team works closely with eCommerce, Merchandising, Marketplace, and Operations to translate strategy into executable plans, leveraging data science and AI to support decision‑making, alignment, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Expertise in data science, advanced analytics, and AI‑enabled decisioning.
• Strong supply chain and fulfillment network domain knowledge, including inventory flow and network strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and align cross‑functional stakeholders through partnership.
• Proven experience translating strategy into execution in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distill complex analytics into clear, executive‑ready narratives.
• Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 7 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• Option 2: Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• Option 3: 9 years' experience in an analytics or related field.
• 3 years' supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Data science, machine learning, optimization models
• PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics
• Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R
• Supervisory experience
• Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch)
• We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
• The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross‑functional leaders to support the definition, articulation, and execution of Next Day, Same Day, and Sub Same Day CVPs across Walmart US eCommerce.
• Act as a connective layer between long‑range strategy and in‑year execution, helping align initiatives across Supply Chain, eCommerce, Merchandising, Marketplace, and Operations.
• Lead development and pre‑alignment of executive‑ready materials for MSM and other leadership forums, ensuring clarity of strategy, tradeoffs, and progress.
• Enable execution of key CVP initiatives (e.g., peak pop‑ups, reaches capacity retrofits, Same Day FC pilots) by providing analytical support, prioritization insights, and coordination across partners.
• Establish and maintain shared KPI reporting and performance views, leveraging AI‑enabled tools to accelerate visibility and root-cause analysis in partnership with owning teams.
• Support teams in translating strategic intent into actionable plans while operating within a constrained SG&A environment.
• Coach and guide senior data science leaders to deliver consistent insights, execution support, and performance tracking.

Benefits

• Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
• Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees